Athletic Trainer (IUHMG- FT/Day)

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an Athletic Trainer to assess, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries. This role involves coordinating sports medicine services, managing patient care, and working closely with a surgeon specializing in hip preservation for young adults. Qualified candidates must have an appropriate degree, state licensure, and specific certifications.

Qualifications

• Indiana State Athletic Training Licensure or eligibility required.
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross Professional Rescuer certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, treats, and rehabilitates athletic injuries under guidance of physician.
• Coordinates and provides sports medicine and/or rehabilitation services.
• Manages care for global period patients, including history and care plan.

Skills

Coordination

Patient Education

Injury Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Assesses, treats, and rehabilitates athletic injuries under the guidance of a licensed physician. Contributes to the planning and implementation of specific treatment and prevention programs for patients and student groups. Coordinates and provides sports medicine and/or rehabilitation services, ensuring ordered procedures, treatments, and documentation are completed. Provides athletic training services for athletic, community, and outreach events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Athletic Training is required.
• Indiana State Athletic Training Licensure or eligibility required.
• Must be a Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross Professional Rescuer certification required.
• Additional certifications may be required per unit/department policies.

Job Duties:

1. Rooming: taking vitals, obtaining history and physical exam, determining if x-rays are needed, and presenting to physician.
2. Placing necessary orders per provider (e.g., PT, MRI/CT).
3. Preparing in-office procedures (e.g., injections, aspirations, ultrasound exams, PRP).
4. Managing care for global period patients, including history, physical exam, and care plan based on physician recommendations.
5. Triaging and addressing patient calls and messages.
6. Obtaining prior authorization as requested by providers.
7. Managing paperwork such as FMLA, disability, workers' compensation, etc.
8. Additional responsibilities include casting/splinting, staple or stitch removal, wound care, home exercise programs, patient education, DME, chart prepping, scheduling assistance, instrumentation logistics, and prescription review.

Special Note: This position will work directly with a surgeon specializing in Hip Preservation for young adults with Hip Dysplasia.

Experience: 1-3 years of prior experience in Orthopedics or Sports Medicine is required. Candidate should be comfortable with paperwork; casting experience is a plus.